Best 13 Tossed Salad With Oranges Recipes

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A tossed salad is a refreshing and simple dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch or a side dish. This recipe includes oranges, which add a sweet and tangy flavor to the salad. The oranges are paired with arugula, which has a peppery taste, and walnuts, which add a crunchy texture. The salad is dressed with a simple vinaigrette, which helps to bring all the flavors together.

In addition to the main recipe, the article also includes three variations. The first variation adds goat cheese to the salad, which adds a creamy and tangy flavor. The second variation uses grapefruit instead of oranges, which gives the salad a slightly more tart flavor. The third variation uses a honey mustard vinaigrette instead of a simple vinaigrette, which adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the salad.

No matter which variation you choose, this tossed salad with oranges is sure to be a hit. It is a healthy and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BETSY'S MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD



Betsy's Mandarin Orange Salad image

This is a really delicious green salad, almonds and oranges add a special twist!

Provided by DOREENB

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Orange Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup cider vinegar
¼ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
½ cup sliced almonds
¼ cup white sugar
1 head red leaf lettuce - rinsed, dried and torn
1 red onion, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin orange segments, drained

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, parsley, salt and pepper. Cover and shake well. Refrigerate until use.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium low heat, cook and stir the almonds and sugar until the sugar is melted and the almonds are coated. Remove from heat, cool, and break apart. Store at room temperature until ready to serve salad.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the lettuce, celery, oranges, almonds and dressing until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 508.5 mg, Sugar 32.9 g

STRAWBERRY ORANGE PECAN TOSSED SALAD



Strawberry Orange Pecan Tossed Salad image

With juicy strawberries, tangy mandarin oranges and crunchy pecans, this refreshing salad has plenty of appeal. The oil-and-vinegar dressing lends a lovely sheen to the tossed ingredients, making this salad an attractive addition to a festive menu. -Denise Bitner Reedsville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash hot pepper sauce
SALAD:
1/3 cup sugar
1 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons butter
4 cups torn fresh spinach
4 cups torn romaine
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
4 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, sugar, vinegar, parsley, salt and pepper sauce until blended. Cover and refrigerate., In a large heavy skillet, melt sugar over medium-low heat without stirring until golden brown, about 30 minutes. Add pecans and butter; stir constantly until butter is melted and pecans are coated. Remove from the heat. Pour onto a foil-lined baking sheet; cool completely. Break pecans apart if necessary., In a salad bowl, combine the spinach, romaine, oranges, celery, strawberries and onions. Just before serving, drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Top with sugared pecans.

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ALMOND-ORANGE TOSSED SALAD



Almond-Orange Tossed Salad image

Another highlight of my Easter menu is this pretty salad, with its slightly sweet homemade dressing and crispy sugar-toasted almonds. I've often taken the salad to potlucks because everyone enjoys it so much. -Lavonn Bormuth Westerville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup sliced almonds
4 cups torn iceberg lettuce
4 cups torn romaine
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 large ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup diced celery
2 green onions, sliced
DRESSING:
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small skillet over medium-low heat, cook sugar, without stirring for 12-14 minutes or until melted. Add almonds; stir quickly to coat. Remove from the heat; pour onto waxed paper to cool., In a large serving bowl, combine the lettuce, romaine, oranges, avocado, celery, onions and almonds. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss gently to coat.

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FRUITY TOSSED SALAD



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This salad is fresh and tasty... and so pretty! Perfect for a ladies luncheon or a shower.

Provided by Cindi M Bauer

Categories     Other Salads

Number Of Ingredients 7

fresh leafy salad greens
a few fresh strawberries, sliced
a few canned pineapple chunks, or tidbits, well drained
a few canned mandarin oranges, well drained
a few fresh blueberries
a few chopped pecans, or pecan halves (optional)
bottled kraft creamy poppy seed salad dressing

Steps:

  • 1. Arrange leafy salad greens among salad plates.
  • 2. Top greens with fruit and nuts.
  • 3. Lightly drizzle the poppy seed dressing over the salads.
  • 4. Note: Be sure to go easy on the salad dressing though, as a little bit surely goes a long way.

FRUIT 'N' NUT TOSSED SALAD



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With its sweet lemony dressing, this green salad comes together in only 15 minutes. Sue Stewart shares the pretty medley. "Even my picky 6-year-old will eat this," she notes from Hales Corners, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head romaine, torn
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
DRESSING:
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Dash salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, gently toss the romaine, oranges, grapes and almonds. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

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ORANGE, WALNUT, GORGONZOLA AND MIXED GREENS SALAD WITH FRESH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



Orange, Walnut, Gorgonzola and Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Citrus Vinaigrette image

A tasty summery salad made with fresh oranges, red onions, glazed walnuts, and Gorgonzola cheese, then topped with a homemade citrus vinaigrette! Easy and delicious!

Provided by FAITHFUL96

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

¾ cup walnut halves
10 ounces mixed salad greens with arugula
2 large navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
½ cup sliced red onion
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup vegetable oil
⅔ cup orange juice
¼ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Steps:

  • Place the walnuts in a skillet over medium heat. Cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly browned.
  • In a large bowl, toss the toasted walnuts, salad greens, oranges, and red onion.
  • In a large jar with a lid, mix the olive oil, vegetable oil, orange juice, sugar, vinegar, mustard, oregano, and pepper. Seal jar, and shake to mix.
  • Divide the salad greens mixture into individual servings. To serve, sprinkle with Gorgonzola cheese, and drizzle with the dressing mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 30.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 127.8 mg, Sugar 16.7 g

TRICOLORE SALAD WITH ORANGES



Tricolore Salad with Oranges image

Provided by Ina Garten

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup shallots, peeled, thinly sliced in rings, and separated (2 to 4 shallots)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 large radicchio, halved, cored, and shredded like slaw (12 ounces)
1 large endive, halved lengthwise, cored, and sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick (8 ounces)
3 ounces baby arugula
4 navel oranges, peeled and sliced in 1/4-inch-thick half-rounds
2/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 to 3 lemons)
1/2 teaspoon good Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup good olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the shallots in a small shallow bowl and pour the vinegar over them. Set aside for 10 minutes to macerate.
  • In a large shallow serving bowl, combine the radicchio, endive, arugula, oranges, and olives. Lift the shallots from the vinegar with a slotted spoon, sprinkle them on the salad, and toss lightly (discard the vinegar).
  • In a 1-cup glass measuring cup, whisk together the lemon juice, mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. While whisking, slowly add the olive oil. Pour enough of the vinaigrette over the salad to moisten well. Sprinkle with one more teaspoon salt, toss well, and taste for seasonings. Serve at room temperature.

REFRESHING SIDE SALAD WITH STRAWBERRIES AND MANDARIN ORANGES



Refreshing Side Salad with Strawberries and Mandarin Oranges image

Add a touch of sweetness to your meal!

Provided by Sarah

Categories     Mixed Greens Salad

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (5 ounce) package spring green salad mix
3 cups chopped fresh kale
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 pint fresh strawberries, quartered
¼ cup pecan halves, or to taste
1 teaspoon poppy seeds, or to taste
¼ cup raspberry vinaigrette, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix salad mix, kale, and sugar together in a large bowl. Add mandarin oranges, strawberries, pecans, and poppy seeds. Top with raspberry vinaigrette and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 157 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

MANDARIN TOSSED SALAD



Mandarin Tossed Salad image

This unique medley with its light dressing is probably my most requested recipe. I often double it and serve it at fancy parties in a clear glass bowl...it's beautiful.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

9 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
2 teaspoons unsalted sunflower kernels
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon orange juice concentrate
1-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, gently toss greens, oranges, onions and sunflower kernels. In a measuring cup, combine the dressing ingredients. Add water to measure 1 cup. Pour into a jar with a tight-fitting lid, shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TOSSED SALAD



Tossed Salad image

To speed up the preparation of this salad even more, you can slice the vegetables when you have time, either early in the day or the night before.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 cups torn mixed greens
1 medium tomato, diced
1 cup sliced radishes
1 cup sliced red onion
1/4 cup bacon bits
2/3 cup canola oil
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, toss the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 25g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 660mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

TOSSED GREENS WITH SESAME AND ORANGES



Tossed Greens with Sesame and Oranges image

Whip up this quick-fix salad for an elegant dinner party or just an everyday lunch. Either way, there will be requests for seconds!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (11 oz) mandarin orange segments
3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
5 cups bite-size pieces lettuce
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms (3 oz)
1 cup canned bean sprouts, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup sliced red onion
2 teaspoons sesame seed, toasted

Steps:

  • Drain orange segments, reserving 2 tablespoons liquid for dressing. Place orange segments in shallow glass or plastic dish. In tightly covered container, shake orange liquid, vinegar, honey, oil and cinnamon until well blended. Pour over oranges. Cover and refrigerate at least 15 minutes.
  • In large bowl, toss lettuce, mushrooms, bean sprouts and onion. Spoon oranges and dressing onto salad; toss lightly. Sprinkle with sesame seed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 10 mg

TOSSED SALAD WITH MANDARIN ORANGES



Tossed Salad With Mandarin Oranges image

This salad goes good with any main dish and is especially nice with BBQ. Easy to carry to picnics or potlucks too! Just 4 ingredients make it fast and easy! Fits into many catagories for the Zaar World Tour especially SW.Taken from a Louisiana Cajun French Church Anniversary Cookbook.

Provided by Mamas Kitchen Hope

Categories     Fruit

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 cups romaine lettuce, -prewashed in bag
1/2 cup Miracle Whip light or 1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 small red onion, sliced into rings
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon cider vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl tear lettuce into small pieces.
  • Drain oranges and reserve 2 Tbsp of juice.
  • Mix reserved juice, vinegar, onion powder and garlic powder with miracle whip until smooth.
  • Add drained oranges and onions to lettuce.
  • Drizzle miracle whip mixture over all and toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.6, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 4.2, Sodium 137.7, Carbohydrate 12.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 8.3, Protein 1.4

ORANGE-CRANBERRY TOSSED SALAD



Orange-Cranberry Tossed Salad image

Candied cranberries and mandarin oranges sparkle like jewels in this merry Christmas salad my family's enjoyed for years.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
1 teaspoon ground mustard
Dash salt and pepper
3/4 cup canola oil
2 heads Boston or Bibb lettuce, torn
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained

Steps:

  • For candied cranberries, place cranberries in a baking pan; sprinkle with sugar. Cover tightly with foil and bake at 350° for 30 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. , Place in a single layer on a greased aluminum foil; cool for at least 30 minutes., For salad dressing, combine the orange juice, vinegar, honey, poppy seeds, mustard, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in oil. Just before serving, toss the lettuce, oranges and dressing in a large bowl. Sprinkle with candied cranberries.

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Tips:

  • To make the salad more refreshing, chill the oranges and grapefruit before using.
  • For a sweeter salad, use blood oranges or Cara Cara oranges.
  • If you don't have any fresh mint, you can substitute dried mint or another fresh herb, such as basil or cilantro.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the dressing and orange segments up to 24 hours in advance. Store the dressing and oranges separately in the refrigerator, then assemble the salad just before serving.
  • This salad is also a great way to use up leftover oranges or grapefruit.

Conclusion:

This tossed salad with oranges is a light, refreshing, and flavorful salad that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet oranges, tangy grapefruit, and fresh mint is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this one a try.

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